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proceduralMay 6, 2025 · Senate roll call · procedural · Result: Motion to Proceed Agreed to

On the Motion to Proceed — Motion to proceed to S.J. Res. 7

This was a procedural vote — a decision about process (such as ending debate or handling a motion), not a direct vote on a bill, amendment, or nominee.

A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Federal Communications Commission relating to "Addressing the Homework Gap Through the E-Rate Program".

In plain language

  • Senate joint resolution in the 119th Congress.
  • Nullifies the final rule issued by the Federal Communications Commission titled Addressing the Homework Gap Through the E-Rate.
  • Senate passed it on May 8, 2025 (substantive).
Official summary (Congressional Research Service)

This joint resolution nullifies the final rule issued by the Federal Communications Commission titled Addressing the Homework Gap Through the E-Rate Program and published on August 20, 2024. The rule permits schools and libraries participating in the Schools and Libraries Universal Service Support program (E-Rate) to purchase discounted Wi-Fi hotspots and associated mobile connectivity service for off-premises use by students, school staff, and library patrons. Under the rule, E-Rate participants must implement acceptable use policies that require hotspots to be used primarily for educational purposes.

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Roll-call breakdown

Yea53

Republican: 53

Nay47

Democrat: 45 · Independent: 2

Present0

Not Voting0

How each member voted (100)

Yea (53)

Nay (47)

Party labels reflect each member’s most recent affiliation on record.